Archive for April, 2007

The Most Advanced Robotic Hand

Shadow Robot Co Hand

The Shadow Robot Company has developed an unique robotic hand which can mimic human hand movements. Using 40 air muscles and integrated sensors the hand is sensitive enough to handle fragile objects and accurately perform tasks. The dimensions of the hand are that of an average human male. link

Tesla Roadster

Tesla Roadster

The Tesla Roadster runs only on electricity but can accelerate 0-60 in about 4 seconds, has a 248 hp electric motor with a top speed of over 130 mph and has a range of 250 miles on a single charge. The 2008 base model starts at $92,000 USD. link

Creating Universal Blood

Scientists discovered a way to convert the blood type A, B and AB to O which can be transfused to anyone. Bacterial enzymes are used to remove the A and B antigens from the surface of the red blood cells. The research is reported in the journal Nature Biotechnology.

Source: Nature Biotechnology